The FCC has released a tentative agenda for the upcoming February Open Commission Meeting, which is scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Accordingly, the FCC plans to consider the following four items:
- A Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking to “strengthen the integrity” of the Lifeline Program through reforms.
- A Report and Order to enable broadband deployment on the 900 MHz band (896-901 and 935-940 MHz) and provide additional spectrum access to utility, infrastructure, and private wireless companies.
- A Public Notice proposing to limit applications for new noncommercial educational reserved band FM translator stations to ten in 2026.
- A Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking to reform intercarrier compensation, interexchange services, and Connect America Fund Intercarrier Compensation support.
An official meeting agenda, along with drafts of each item, should be shared soon.
